Large barn fire near Spring Valley, firefighters still at scene

Fire engulfed a barn in the southeast of Spring Valley in Pierce County at around 4:45 a.m. today .

[Observer]

Does anyone besides me find it just remotely coincidental that between this guy and his dad, they have had at least 5 major fires in the last 10-15 years? I certainly wouldn't want to be their insurance carrier! Shouldn't this be looked into by a state fire marshall?

[Irritated]

To all of you "observers": I think it is completely disgusting that people feel the need to make uneducated comments on horrible circumstances without having ALL of the facts. Though I feel that everyone has a right to have their own opinions and always will--why do you feel the need to be malicious when the owner is obviously going through monumental stresses with this. I am fortunate enough to never have been involved in or had a building of mine burn down; however, I am educated enough to know that all incidents are investigated by a fire marshal, insurance companies, fire departments, etc. Especially in these economic times. I think it would be wise to gather a few more pieces of information before spouting off and looking incredibly ignorant! May you never be faced with a similar situation and lose everything and on top of it all--have people cast judgement on your misfortune.

[Concerned]

All I have to say is agreed. This is a very unfortunate situation and I wish him all the best.

[Lurker]

Do you even know who the person is that had this fire? I doubt it as I know and they are the sweetest most caring folks I have ever met. He tried to get there to get his show horse out of the barn but he didn't make it. Give them a break. Its such a tragedy.

[Lurker]

I am referring to the barn fire on June 16th, not the 5th of March.